Bayou Bridges- Unit 6- Ch.1- European Exploration

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This is the skill or science of determining the route to a destination.

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navigation

Front

This is a navigational tool used to determine the position of the sun, a star or another object in the sky.

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astrolabe

Front

This is an economic system that aims to increase a country's wealth and power by controlling trade and people.

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mercantilism

Front

This is a small, maneuverable sailing ship used by the Portuguese in the 15th century.

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caravel

Front

This is a device that uses a magnetic pointer to show direction.

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compass

Front

This is the sides and bottom of a boat.

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hull

Front

In 1453 CE, this group of people shut down Europe's access to the Silk Road: Portuguese, Turks, Spaniards.

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Turks

Front

When Europe's land route to the Silk Road was shut down, what alternate route did they find?

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sea route

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This is a rebel against leaders, especially on a ship.

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mutiny

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This means to give official approval.

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validate